All archaeology museums to visit in Oregon

Uncover the secrets of the past at 9 archaeology museums in Oregon. These museums feature artifacts and exhibits that reveal the history of ancient civilizations.

Are you curious about ancient civilizations and archaeological finds? Here are the archaeology museums you must see in Oregon:

  1. Museum of Natural and Cultural History1

    Museum of Natural and Cultural History

     Eugene, OR
    The University of Oregon Museum of Natural and Cultural History, also known as the UO Natural History Museum, is a significant natural history museum located at the University of Oregon in Eugene. It is situated near Hayward Field on the east side of the UO campus and is the largest natural history museum between Seattle and San Francisco. The museum is a center for archaeological and paleontological research in the Pacific Northwest and the wider world.
  2. Tamástslikt Cultural Institute2

    Tamástslikt Cultural Institute

     Mission, OR
    The Tamástslikt Cultural Institute is a unique cultural destination located on the Umatilla Indian Reservation near Pendleton in eastern Oregon. As a museum and research institute, it offers visitors an opportunity to delve into the rich history and culture of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla tribes of Native Americans. The institute is the only Native American museum along the Oregon Trail, making it a significant stop for those interested in understanding the Native American perspective of this historical route.
  3. Oregon Historical Society Museum3

    Oregon Historical Society Museum

     Portland, OR
    The Oregon Historical Society Museum is a history museum situated in the heart of downtown Portland, Oregon. This museum is a significant cultural institution that provides visitors with a comprehensive understanding of Oregon's rich history. It is easily accessible and located in a vibrant area of the city, making it a convenient stop for tourists exploring Portland.
  4. Fort Dalles Museum4

    Fort Dalles Museum

     The Dalles, OR
    Fort Dalles, located in The Dalles, Oregon, was once a United States Army outpost situated on the Columbia River. This historical site was primarily used for dealing with wars with Native Americans during the time when Oregon was a territory.
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    The High Desert Museum

     Deschutes River Woods, OR
    The High Desert Museum, situated near Bend, Oregon, United States, was inaugurated in 1982. It is a unique institution that brings together regional wildlife, culture, art, and natural resources to promote an understanding of the natural and cultural heritage of North America's high desert country.
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    Tamástslikt Cultural Institute

     Pendleton, OR
    The Tamástslikt Cultural Institute is a unique cultural destination located on the Umatilla Indian Reservation near Pendleton in eastern Oregon. As a museum and research institute, it offers visitors a deep dive into the rich history and culture of the Native American tribes of the region. The institute is the only Native American museum along the Oregon Trail, making it a significant stop for those interested in understanding the indigenous perspective of this historical route.
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    Favell Museum

     Klamath Falls, OR
    Premier museum and gallery dedicated to Western art and Indian artifacts from Klamath Basin. A must see.
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    Coos History Museum

     North Bend, OR
    This museum presents the rich and colorful history and culture of the region. Everything from Indian art to shipwrecks.
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    Agness-Illahe Museum

     Agness, OR
    Small community museum that displays a motley of Indian artifacts, early settlers' history and pioneer memorabilia.